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The University of Vermont’s Center on Behavior and Health announces an NIH postdoctoral research fellowship opportunity in our internationally recognized center of excellence for the study of substance abuse. The fellow will participate in the conduct of an ongoing NIDA/FDA-funded trials on the use of tobacco in vulnerable populations, including pregnant women, as well as develop new research opportunities in related areas. The mentoring team has an exceptional track record of helping fellows further their careers as independent investigators.
Eligibility: Applicants must have completed their training in psychology, behavior analysis, or a related discipline. Trainees are selected on the basis of scholastic record and commitment to a career in tobacco research. Individuals must be highly motivated, possess initiative and a desire to learn and expand their interests and expertise. Experience with behavioral economics is highly valued. There may be additional application requirements if you are a non-US citizen or non-permanent resident.
Appointment: 2-3 yrs.
Benefits: Stipend, medical insurance coverage, and travel funds supported by NIH Institutional Training Awards.
To apply: Send application form ( downloaded from VCBH website ), a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, and 3 letters of reference to: Dr. Sarah Heil c/o Ms. Marissa Palmer (marissa.palmer@uvm.edu).
About us: The VCBH was established in 2013, sponsored in part by a Centers of Biomedical Research Excellence (COBRE) Award from the National Institute on General Medical Sciences and a Tobacco Center on Regulatory Science (TCORS) Award from the National Institute on Drug Abuse. The VCBH resides within the College of Medicine at the University of Vermont, with the director and administrative offices being located within the Department of Psychiatry, and participating investigators, collaborators, and advisors across 15 academic departments in the College of Medicine and 7 colleges within UVM and 5 other universities. The VCBH is further strengthened by interdisciplinary collaborations with key community healthcare leaders and distinguished scientific advisory panels. The focus of the VCBH is on investigating relationships between personal behaviors and risk for chronic disease and premature death, with a specific focus on understanding mechanisms underpinning risk, and developing effective interventions and policies to promote healthy behavior.
For more information: Contact Ms. Marissa Palmer, marissa.palmer@uvm.edu or see our website .
Burlington, Vermont is located in the beautiful Lake Champlain region, surrounded by the Green and Adirondack Mountains. It is a great place for families, boasting excellent schools and year-round recreational opportunities. It is home to the University of Vermont and many other colleges that provide an academically stimulating and culturally rich environment. Montreal and Boston are within easy driving distances.

Visiting Assistant Professor, Social Psychology, Middlebury College, MIDDLEBURY, VT. The Department of Psychology at Middlebury College invites applicants for a three-year term position in Social Psychology beginning September 2019. Candidates will be expected to teach four to five courses a year, potentially including a one-month winter term course. Courses could include Introduction to Psychology, Social and/or Personality psychology, Statistics and/or Methods, and an advanced elective or seminar. Area of specialization is open. Appointment will be made at the rank of Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) or Instructor (ABD). The Department is housed in a state-of-the-art science center and currently has eleven fully equipped faculty research labs. Candidates should provide evidence of commitment to excellent teaching and of their desire to develop an active research agenda that involves undergraduates at a liberal arts institution.
Middlebury College is a top-tier liberal arts college with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in faculty teaching and research. An Equal Opportunity Employer, the College is committed to hiring a diverse faculty as we work to foster innovation in our curriculum and to provide a rich and varied educational experience to our increasingly diverse student body. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability
Middlebury College uses Interfolio to collect all faculty job applications electronically. Email and paper applications will not be accepted. At Middlebury, we strive to make our campus a respectful, engaged community that embraces difference, with all the complexity and individuality each person brings. In your application materials, we encourage you to address how your teaching, scholarship, mentorship and/or community service might support our commitment to diversity and inclusion. Through Interfolio submit: a letter of application addressed to the Psychology Search Committee; a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching interests and philosophy, a statement of research interests, copies of teaching evaluations, an unofficial graduate transcript, a sample of scholarly work, and three current letters of recommendation, at least two of which speak to teaching ability/promise. More information is available at https://apptrkr.com/1402874 and our department website http://www.middlebury.edu/academics/psych.
Applications will be accepted starting March 1st and review of applications will begin on March 15th. The search will continue until the position is filled. Candidates should not wait for all recommendation letters before submitting their application via Interfolio.
Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a background check. Information on our background check policy can be found here: http://go.middlebury.edu/backgroundchecks.